Pest Management Professional, May 2016

Syngenta Professional Pest Management By Dr Nicky Gallagher Technical Services Manager Termite species can differ greatly in their foraging behavior and understanding these behavioral differences is critical for controlling them The Eastern subterranean termite Reticulitermes flavipes and the dark Southeastern termite R virginicus have similar appearances Their distribution overlaps so proper identification is important The dark Southeastern termite is considered more vulnerable to disturbance which can lead to recruitment loss and lack of feeding in monitor and bait stations If you encounter this termite try to collect soldiers or alates for identification Additionally if these termites arent feeding on bait a liquid termiticide may be best for effective control Bug Off Pest Control Center By Andy Linares President More research is done on termites than on any other pest Theres always something new to learn about this enigmatic creature Thats why we must always stay on top of the latest information We cant afford to be complacent about what weve learned because our knowledge base changes so quickly Never take termite control for granted When teaching our Termite Training Course a number of deficiencies always stand out First I find that many veteran pest management professionals become set in their ways fail to adopt the latest advances and fail to adapt to new circumstances We need to be humble about what we think we know and always remain curious about new developments Second people fail to take into account how truly intricate termite labels are One reading is never enough I am always Tips Tricks TERMITES conTinued on page 76 AMS is known for the worlds finest sampling equipment but did you know we also offer termite bait station installation equipment for pest management professionals We manufacture installation equipment for all the leading types of termite elimination systems We have everything you need to protect the land you love this spring and summer Check out what we have to offer ams@ ams samplers com 105 Harrison Street American Falls ID 83211

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